Bordering China in the north, Laos and Cambodia in the west, the Gulf of Thailand in the southwest, and the East Sea in the east and south, Vietnam is situated on the eastern peninsula of Indochina. Most tourists to Vietnam will fall in love with the beauty of nature, rich culture and history, the graceful beauty of Non-La people… Don’t be too surprised by the busy streets and the easy life of friendly locals.

The best cruise destinations to visit for shore excursions in Vietnam are:
1) Ho Chi Minh City – Saigon from Phu My port.
2) Halong Bay – World Wonder from Cai Lan port.
3) Da Nang from Chan May or Tien Sa port.
4) Hoi An from Chan May or Tien Sa port.
5) Hue Ancient Capital from Chan May port.
6) Nha Trang Beach City from Cau Da Nha Trang port.

Opulent Routes operates a range of private cruise ship passenger tours to Vietnam at all ports in Vietnam. If you do not find any acceptable itinerary, please contact our Vietnam travel experts. Check out our suggested Vietnam shore excursions. We will help you customise a special shore excursion to Vietnam that is for you only.

Dubai Shore Excursions Take You to Innovative Wonders
Dubai is a major metropolis full of impressive and innovative activities. Visiting Dubai often offers a dichotomy of sorts. You’ll likely encounter sweltering heat, yet you can still go snow skiing. On a Dubai shore excursion, you’ll see some of the tallest skyscrapers in the world and a myriad of islands in the shape of a palm leaf. You can explore the ultra modern and opulent downtown, but are also just a quick trip away from sprawling dunes and desert camping.

Grandiose, Modern, Timeless: Abu Dhabi Shore Excursions
Abu Dhabi shore excursions offer a new view of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that highlight the city’s glamour and prestige as a center of culture, shopping, and history. From a cruise to Abu Dhabi, you can venture out into the desert on a guided camel ride or enjoy high-end shopping at boutiques in the city. Abu Dhabi is a city of multitudes, and there are shore excursions for every type of traveler available here.

Take a hop-on, hop-off bus tour of Abu Dhabi where you can choose your own adventure and plan your day how you’d wish. The route includes some of Abu Dhabi’s most famous sites, like the Abu Dhabi Louvre Museum and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The Abu Dhabi Louvre opened in 2017 and is a testament to human achievement, boasting some of the hardest-to-acquire art pieces in the world. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the largest and most ornate in the United Arab Emirates. Here you can enjoy the opulence of the mosque and watch as thousands of visitors make their daily prayers here. Head to the Emirates Palace Hotel for a behind-the-scenes tour of how the hotel prepares for royal visits.

Straddling Europe and Asia, Turkey blends the exoticism and intrigue of the east with the architectural grandeur of the west, and has emerged as one of the world’s “must-see” destinations. With a coastline that spans more than 2000 kilometers, bordering the Mediterranean, Aegean, Marmaris and Black seas, it has also become a favorite port of call for cruise ship liners. Our Turkey shore excursions encapsulate the essence of this captivating country, allowing you to explore the landscapes, culture and history that have lured conquerors, explorers and travelers throughout the ages.

Coastal beauty
Turkey’s expansive coastline is dotted with postcard-perfect beaches and hidden coves where sun-worshippers can swim in crystal clear waters and soak up the endless sun. With sunken ruins and a myriad of marine life, it is also an impressive snorkeling and scuba diving destination, with small group shore excursions accessing its remotest corners. Explore captivating ancient cities, such as Ephesus and Pergamum, that dot Turkey’s stunning coast, or wander the cobblestone streets of charming old towns like Kas, set right on the water’s edge. Witness the spectacular beauty of the Turkish coastline from on board your cruise ship, then venture into the heart of the region on a small group Turkey shore excursion.

Bordering Laos in the north and northwest, Cambodia in the southeast, the Gulf of Thailand in the south, and Myanmar in the northwest and west, Thailand is situated in the heart of Southeast Asia. Furthermore, there are 76 provinces divided into districts, cities, and communes across the country. Shore trips to Thailand introduce a nation with varied natural terrain. This country is therefore divided into four specific areas: the northern mountains, the lowlands and the central plains, the northeastern agricultural plateaus, and the tropical islands along the southern coasts and peninsulas.

Bangkok is both the capital and Thailand’s largest city. It is the hub of politics, commerce, business, and culture as well. In Southeast Asia, Bangkok is the most prosperous city experiencing quick economic growth. Thailand’s day tours, including a visit to Bangkok, attract amenities and affordable goods from many foreign cruise ship passengers.

Opulent Routes provides a wide variety of shore excursions to Thailand for cruise ship passengers at any Thai port. Check out our suggested shore excursions from Thailand below. If you do not find any Thailand day tours and trips that suit your needs, please contact us and our experts on Thailand day tours will help you tailor-make a special trip exclusively for you.

As the Tiger of the Asian economy, Beautiful Taiwan has a reputation. Besides, for cruise ship passengers to hop on Taiwan cruise excursions, this island is a fascinating tourist destination. Therefore, expect to see beautiful landscapes such as lush green forests, stunning seascapes, spectacular rivers and lakes, ancient temples and pagodas, most busy shopping markets and many popular scenic places. This beautiful island has what it takes to please the most discerning visitors! Taiwan also has a vibrant culture and plentiful cuisine alongside stunning landscapes. Taiwanese cuisine is renowned with innovative dishes highly regarded by culinary experts thanks to traditional recipes well-preserved over centuries. There are plenty of attractions to visit for Taiwan shore excursions.

1) Taipei 101 – the symbol of not only Taipei City but also the island of Taiwan.
2) Taroko National Park with exotic natural scenery.
3) Jiufen & Shifen Village – ancient villages with traditional architecture and lifestyle.
4) Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall.
5) National Palace Museum.
6) Yehliu National Park with hundreds of unique geological formations.

A wide variety of Taiwan shore excursions are provided by Opulent Routes for cruise ship passengers stopping at major Taiwan ports. For some inspiration, check out our suggested day tours and trips to Taiwan. Otherwise, please contact us to tailor-make a special Taiwan shore excursion for you only.

Blessed with pristine beaches, ancient ruins, beautiful nature, and warmly welcomed people, Sri Lanka is an island of secret beauty that most travellers generally underestimate. Only those who know that this idyllic island is an enticing lure have witnessed the real Sri Lanka. From fragrant tea, flavorful food, insane surfing, plentiful wildlife, and exclusive train travel, any Sri Lanka shore excursion can provide unforgettable experiences.

Sri Lanka is now a newcomer on the list of explorers to discover little by little its endless charms, starting to step into the eyes of travellers after centuries of being missed by the heavy influence of civil war. For cruisers who want to explore a non-touristy new country, many itineraries for Sri Lanka shore excursions are trending now.

Opulent Routes offers a wide range of options for shore excursions to Colombo Port in Sri Lanka to cover the country’s highlights. Check out our suggested itineraries for day tours to Sri Lanka from Colombo port. Please contact us if you do not find any suitable itinerary to tailor-make a unique Sri Lanka shore excursion that fits your demand.

Located in East Asia, South Korea’s terrain is primarily mountains and hills, covering around 70 percent of South Korea’s total territory. The mountains extend along the east coast to the East China Sea, while the low mountains and coastal plains along the coast in the south and west are home to the most agricultural crops in Korea, particularly rice. Korea contains eight major regions and one Jeju Autonomous Region. Seoul is the capital city, with Busan, Daegu, Incheon, Gwangju, Daejeon, and Ulsan as the six core cities. Korea’s shore excursions are tourist paradises with many popular scenic spots. We would certainly be familiar with this nation through a famous film. Korea tours can be the thing that you can dream of with stunning scenery in modern cities.

For cruise ship passengers at any port in Korea, Opulent Routes offers many fascinating Korean shore excursions. If you do not find any suitable Korea tours or day trips, please contact us and our Korea tour experts will help you tailor-make a special Korea shore excursion that is exclusively for you. Take a look at our ready-made Korea shore excursions for your reference

Singapore is situated in the south of the Peninsular of Malaysia and is Southeast Asia’s smallest island country. A vibrant and colourful city, Singapore has a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, art, and architecture. Travelers will appreciate and enjoy the city known as the greenest and cleanest in the world on Singapore day tours from the cruise port. There are also different cuisine options from Malaysia, China, India… and Western countries as well. In addition, cruise ship passengers can visit hundreds of attractions while hopping on Singapore shore excursions.

1) Jurong Bird Park.
2) Garden by the Bay – home to dozens of huge man-made trees lighted up at night.
3) Clarke Quay – a bustling place where you can live like a real local.
4) Sentosa Island – famous for being the recreation center.
5) Universal Studios Singapore.
6) Marina Bay Sand – the symbolic landmark of Singapore.

For cruise ship passengers who dock at all ports in this region, Opulent Routes offers many Singapore day tours and shore excursions. Have a look at our ready-made shore excursions from Singapore. Please contact us if our suggested Singapore day tours do not suit your needs. Then, we’ll help you tailor-make a special excursion to the Singapore shore exclusively for you.

Russia is the world’s largest territory. East of the Ural Mountains lies the immense Siberian steppe, while to the West are some of the most beautiful cities in Europe. During the cruise to Russia we dock in St. Petersburg.

The opulence and richness of the Russian Empire knew no equal. With our cruise we are fortunate enough to visit the magnificent collections of the Hermitage Museum, then the stately Winter Palace and from there walk along Nevsky Prospect, the main avenue of the city.

A few kilometres from Saint Petersburg is Pushkin, the site of Catherine Palace, named after the wife of Peter the Great, which was the summer residence of the imperial family built in Rococo style. Walking down the long corridors and immersing ourselves in the luxury of the rooms we can relive for one day the glories of that era, which are also found in the Peterhof Palace, the summer residence of the Tsar.

Oman, officially the Sultanate of Oman, is a country on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in Western Asia and the oldest independent state in the Arab world. Leave your boat and enjoy experiencing Oman’s fascinating past and natural scenery and exploring the best Memphis tours on Oman’s shore. Choose your Muscat, Salalah, or Khasab tour and enjoy the charms of what they’re offering. Visit Nakhl Oasis, Dolphin Watching, Jebel Akhdar, Jebel Shams, Wahiba Sands, Frankincense Track, Taqah Castle, Nizwa & Bahla & Jabreen forts, and more.